Outpatient Psychiatrist (Independent Contractor)

AUBERLE GROUP•McKeesport, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Auberle is seeking an Outpatient Psychiatrist as an independent contractor for its Outpatient Wellness and Counseling program. The program provides trauma-informed, evidence-based mental health and substance use services, including therapy, psychiatric medication management, and case coordination. Clinicians develop personalized treatment plans intended to promote resilience and well-being. The psychiatrist provides weekly supervision and consultative support to clinical staff, completes psychiatric assessments for youth and adults—including children as young as five—and submits evaluations within 48 hours. The role oversees medication regimens for a caseload of 30–50 clients, monitors side effects, and maintains accurate medication notes. The psychiatrist also maintains treatment documentation within clinical and regulatory timelines and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team on integrated, client-centered care plans. The position is primarily based in McKeesport and Downtown Pittsburgh, with regular travel and attendance at scheduled trainings, meetings, and other events at Auberle’s Main Campus in McKeesport. The schedule is flexible, with a minimum commitment of 14 hours per week. Compensation is described as competitive for an independent contractor (1099).

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) from an accredited medical school.
Completion of a four-year psychiatry residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or equivalent.
Current DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.
Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license, vehicle, registration, and proof of insurance.
Act 33/34 and FBI clearances.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and problem-solve with minimal supervision.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, staff, and external partners.

Nice To Haves

Board Certification or eligibility for certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).

Responsibilities

Provide weekly supervision and consultative support to clinical staff.
Ensure clinical guidance is timely and documented according to agency standards.
Complete psychiatric assessments for youth and adults, including children as young as five.
Submit psychiatric evaluations within 48 hours.
Oversee safe and effective medication regimens for a caseload of 30–50 clients.
Monitor medication side effects and maintain accurate medication notes.
Deliver care across mental health services.
Maintain treatment documentation in accordance with clinical and regulatory timelines.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop integrated, client-centered care plans.
Participate in team meetings and coordinate care regularly.
Travel regularly between work locations and attend scheduled trainings, meetings, and other events at the Main Campus in McKeesport.